As the holidays hit full swing, firefighters and other first responders across the United States work to keep people safe and make the season a little brighter for some. Whether they are helping Santa distribute gifts, rescuing families from a fire or protecting Christmas purchases from the flames, firefighters are there to make the season merrier.
In Aurora, Illinois, The Chicago Tribune reported that firefighters will maintain their regular duties while helping a local Santa deliver presents to over 125 families in need around the community. The news source wrote that the Aurora Fire Department has been collecting gift donations for the past two decades, making Christmastime better for families in need.
In Wichita, Kansas, firefighters saved a family and all their presents from a fire caused by a space heater in the home, according to KAKE News. The family said that even though they lost their home to the blaze on Dec. 21, the holiday was saved by the firefighters' efforts to protect them and their purchases.
This holiday season, be sure to thank a local firefighter or first responder, as these brave individuals sacrifice time with their own families to keep you and yours safe.